New safety and security coordinator Joe Kozarian said he is currently assessing district safety and that improving access control on campuses is a priority. He stressed the importance of building up “layers."
- By Jessica Davis
- September 28, 2018
The new school will feature cameras, panic buttons, a security vestibule, and an electronic map of the school accessible by police.
- By Jordan Lutke
- September 27, 2018
Districts have used funds to make improvements such as enhanced door locks, better visitor screening procedures and shatter-resistant glass. Many districts also used the grants to fund salaries for school counselors and child psychologist in order to improve mental health services for students.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 27, 2018
Bob Cervi, Austin ISD executive director of construction management and facilities, said the district is working with architects, engineers and district police to ensure the latest and greatest in safety is included in their new and renovated campuses.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 27, 2018
Teachers can use CrisisGo to communicate alerts simultaneously to other teachers on campus as well as staff members, local law enforcement and first responders, according to AISD Safety and Security Coordinator Dan Cottner.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 26, 2018
Security at every level, from keycards to cameras, was deemed “not fit for purpose” following repeated trespasses by the same individual posing as staff over a six month period.
- By Jordan Lutke
- September 26, 2018
Instead of the traditional lockdown and shelter-in-place protocol for an active shooter incident, APS will now be applying the ALICE system: “alert, lockdown, inform, counter and evacuate.” ALICE has been introduced to 3,700 school districts and is more proactive than the traditional response.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 26, 2018
Before school began in mid-August, the new security aides trained with a student resource officer on protocols and expectations for working on campus. Next month, the security aides will undergo active shooter training led by the Twin Falls Police Department.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 25, 2018
The Tyler Drive pairs with the Traversa Ride 360 app and includes features like a GPS that allows each school bus to be tracked and a list of student names and addresses so drivers can better keep tabs on who is riding on their bus.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 25, 2018
Research suggests even this simple training can have positive effects on school climate
- By Jordan Lutke
- September 24, 2018
A major function of the app will send students, parents, and staff push notifications during emergencies.
- By Jordan Lutke
- September 24, 2018
Colony Farm Forensic Psychiatric Hospital is receiving increased security, staffing, and training, following violence against staff.
- By Jordan Lutke
- September 24, 2018
The current security staff cannot arrest and transport people to the Macon County Jail and does not have crisis situation training. Richland officials hope that the Public Safety Department will strengthen the school’s ability to handle on-campus situations.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 21, 2018
In March, Rancho Santa Fe School District limited access to entrance points on campus and formed a Safety Advisory Committee of parents, teachers, classified staff, administrators, board member Sarah Neal, and RSF Community Center Director Linda Durket.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 21, 2018
The Hawaii Department of Education is fighting bullying with a smartphone application and more.
- By Sydny Shepard
- September 21, 2018
Following a string of false alarms, Columbia has stationed public safety officers in the East Campus residence hall.
- By Sydny Shepard
- September 20, 2018
Armed DPS troopers are now on-site at the campus multiple times a day, getting to know the school’s layout, students and staff, according to TSD Superintendent Claire Bugen.
NASRO has created recommended national standards and best practices for school resource officer (SRO) programs
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- September 20, 2018
Worried about gun violence, 20 Illinois schools install emergency boxes that notify police.
- By Sydny Shepard
- September 19, 2018
Lake Travis ISD schools will see more troopers on campus this year.
- By Sydny Shepard
- September 19, 2018
Superintendent Christy Finley said the shooting took place in a restroom, and the involved students are in second grade. The gun was immediately taken into custody and the gym teacher sought medical treatment for the student who was injured, Finley said.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 19, 2018
Palisades Park schools suspends security program and calls for investigation into the hiring of security guards.
- By Sydny Shepard
- September 18, 2018
Rio Rancho Public Schools already has school resource officers on campuses, but the armed security guards would be employed by the district.
- By Jessica Davis
- September 18, 2018
Schools push back on polling site designations due to security concerns
- By Jessica Davis
- September 17, 2018
Portland State University police officers will not face criminal charges following fatal shooting.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- September 17, 2018
Here are 10 questions parents should be asking when determining which school is best for their student.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- September 17, 2018
The red flag law looks to curb gun violence following a string of school shootings.
- By Sydny Shepard
- September 14, 2018
School shootings are not new. Campuses have been fighting to keep students safe for decades.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- September 14, 2018